Garden Blog - Top Tropicals

Date: 20 Feb 2026

Top Ten Fruit Tree Winners of Florida 2026 Record Freeze

Avocado tree with fruit

Avocado tree with fruit

Eugenia

Eugenia

Feijoa - Pineapple Guava

Feijoa - Pineapple Guava

Jaboticaba tree

Jaboticaba tree

Loquat tree

Loquat tree

Macadamia Nut tree

Macadamia Nut tree

Prunus sp - Peach

Prunus sp - Peach

Persimmon tree

Persimmon tree

Pomegranate tree with fruit

Pomegranate tree with fruit

Psidium littorale - Cattley Guava tree with fruit

Psidium littorale - Cattley Guava tree with fruit

🏆 Top Ten Fruit Tree Winners of Florida 2026 Record Freeze



These fruit trees had no damage after 3 nights of hard freeze (25F) with NO PROTECTION:

Avocado Plant Facts

Botanical name: Persea americana, Persea gratissima
Also known as: Avocado, Alligator Pear, Aguacate, Abacate
USDA Zone: 9 - 11
Highligths Large tree taller than 20 ftSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Pineapple Plant Facts

Botanical name: Ananas comosus
Also known as: Pineapple, Pina
USDA Zone: 9 - 11
Highligths Small plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryOrnamental foliageThorny or spinyEdible plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
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Pomegranate Plant Facts

Botanical name: Punica granatum
Also known as: Pomegranate, Granada, Grenade, Pomegranate, Granada, Anar, Granaatappel, Pomo Granato, Romeira, Melo Grano
USDA Zone: 8 - 11
Highligths Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersThorny or spinyEdible plantDeciduous plantEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Cattley Guava Plant Facts

Botanical name: Psidium cattleyanum, Psidium littorale
Also known as: Cattley Guava, Sand Plum, Strawberry Guava
USDA Zone: 9 - 11
Highligths Large shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall tree 10-20 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWhite, off-white flowersEdible plantFlood tolerant plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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✔️ Avocado - cold hardy varieties
✔️ Eugenias (Grumichama, Rio Grande, Surinam and more)
✔️ Feijoa - Pineapple Guava
✔️ Jaboticaba
✔️ Loquat
✔️ Macadamia Nut
✔️ Prunus sp - Peaches, Plums, Nectarines
✔️ Persimmons
✔️ Pomegranate
✔️ Psidium littorale - Cattley Guavas

🛒 Explore cold tolerant tropical plants and cold hardy Avocados

🎥 What tropical plants survived Florida's historic freeze without protection
🎥 These Avocados survived 3 nights of 25F hard freeze, Florida Record Freeze

📚 Learn more:


· To trim or not to trim? When and how to trim damaged plants after winter
· Cold-hardy avocado varieties - what freezing they really survive
· Cold-hardy avocado survival groups - what the numbers really mean

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Date: 28 Oct 2024

A treat for Avocado lovers

🐶 A treat for Avocado lovers 🐶



"Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper." - Adelle Davis

📸 Sunshine is NOT sharing with her Mom (Mango) her delicious Avocado that she just harvested from our garden. Even Philemon the Cat knows that Avocado is good for you!

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Date: 21 Dec 2024

How to make a healthy Avocado Tropical Smoothie - recipe

How to make a healthy Avocado Tropical Smoothie - recipe

How to make a healthy Avocado Tropical Smoothie - recipe



Ingredients:



· 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
· 1 cup coconut milk (or any plant-based milk)
· 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
· 1/2 banana
· 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)
· 1/2 cup ice cubes

Instructions:



· Combine all the ingredients in a blender.
· Blend until smooth and creamy.
· Taste and adjust sweetness with honey or agave if needed.
· Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

🐸 This smoothie is rich, creamy, and packed with tropical vibes - a refreshing and healthy treat!

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Date: 4 Oct 2024

Three must-have fruit for every tropical garden

Three must-have fruit for every tropical garden

🏆 Three must-have fruit for every tropical garden



🍍Pineapple is a tropical favorite that's incredibly easy to grow, making it a perfect choice for beginners. With minimal care, Pineapples don't take mush space, you can grown them underneath other fruit trees. Plant good varieties, and when you get your crop, plant the tops and you will have your little Pineapple plantation in no time: you'll enjoy sweet, juicy fruit from those little babies in about 18-24 months. Freshly harvested pineapples are delightful in smoothies, salads, or grilled, adding a tropical flair to your garden.

🥭 Mango trees are not only a staple in tropical gardens but are also easy to cultivate. They flourish in sunny spots and well-drained soil, requiring little maintenance once established. These vigorous trees can yield an abundance of juicy, flavorful fruit in just a few years. They are perfect for fresh eating or adding to salsas and chutneys. Condo varieties are dwarf trees and can be grown in containers.

Avocado trees are fun to grow and add both beauty and nutrition to tropical gardens. Grafted cultivars start yielding fruit within a few months with proper care. The rich, creamy avocados are a culinary favorite, perfect for salads, spreads, and smoothies. With their lush foliage and bountiful harvests, avocado trees are a fantastic choice for gardeners looking for ease and abundance.

📚 Learn more from previous post:


· The most luscious Hospitality Fruit
· Mango Rainbow
· What is the best Avocado variety

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Date: 27 Jun 2022

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